Uncle Elder!

We just wanted to post a quick announcement. Elder Bellomy is a first-time uncle! His sister Elizabeth and her husband Spencer welcomed Preston Spencer Hansen into the world today. Here is a rather out-of-focus photo of the new addition and parents. (I wonder why they wouldn't let me use a flash?)

Little Preston's birth was something of a surprise. Elizabeth has been under constant observation due to the breech position of the baby and low ambiotic fluids. Tests today showed dangerously low levels of fluid. The doctor ordered that Preston be born today by C-section. Elizabeth was admitted and in surgery within hours. There were concerns that low fluid levels are an indicator of kidney problems. No worries. He is perfectly healthy and Elizabeth is doing well.

As Susan and I prayed before driving to the hospital to await news of the surgery, I was overwelmed at the fact that at the moment that we were praying, Preston was still with our Heavenly Parents and getting ready to come to this earth to begin this part of his eternal journey. To us, Preston is a son of God. He has come to this earth to learn faith, follow the Savior, and to become a part of our eternal family.

In many ways, Preston is what Eldrew's mission is all about. He is teaching other children of God that they are the sons and daughters of a loving Heavenly Father, that Jesus is the Christ and their Savior, and that by following the Plan of Salvation they can have eternal life and eternal families.

We miss Eldrew. It is a big family event to miss. However, we are so proud and happy that he is on his mission serving his Father in Heaven.

Congrats to Preston and his parents Elizabeth and Spencer. Congrats to Uncle Andrew for his faith in serving his mission. He will be one of many faithful missionary examples to his nephew!